May 13, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2020-2021 
    
Undergraduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

English

  
  • ENGL 351 - Digital Collection and Curation

    3 credits
    This course introduces the major aspects of planning and managing digital collections to serve rhetorical purposes, including dissemination information and analyzing literature and other texts. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 201  
  
  • ENGL 363 - Literary Genres

    3 credits
    A concentrated study of a particular literary genre. May include historical development of a particular literary genre (poetry, drama, the novel), or a more concentrated study of genre in the twentieth century (modern drama, modern poetry, film as literature). May be repeated for different topics. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  
  
  • ENGL 365 - Classical Myth and Media

    3 credits
    A study of classical Greek and Roman mythology and its influence on modern media. Some coursework incorporates multimedia assignments.
  
  • ENGL 366 - Contemporary Myth and Media

    3 credits
    A study of modern, multi-cultural mythology and its influence on modern media. Some coursework incorporates multimedia assignments.
  
  • ENGL 375 - Publishing for New Media

    3 credits
    Practical experience in lay-out, editing, and production of texts in a variety of new and traditional media. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201  and MCOM 161 
  
  • ENGL 379 - Technical Communication

    3 credits
    This writing intensive course provides instruction and practice in communicating effectively in technical and professional situations. Students can expect to write and deliver both informal and formal reports, proposals, and other professional documents, using standard and electronic formats and effective, concise, and ethical written and spoken English. Students will develop skills in document design and information literacy while analyzing workplace audiences (including global audiences) and writing collaboratively. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201  or ENGL 283  or ENGL 284  
  
  • ENGL 383 - Creative Writing I

    1-3 credits
    Study and practice in the techniques of writing fiction, poetry, and/or drama. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201  or ENGL 283  
  
  • ENGL 384 - Applied Literary Criticism

    3 credits
    An introduction to analyzing and interpreting literature for English majors and minors. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 405 - Media Studies

    3 credits
    This course exposes students to a variety of literary and philosophical texts paired with selected films and musical scores. Extensive research, discussion, and written analysis of text and alternative media are expected. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 201 
  
  • ENGL 406 - Adolescent Literature

    3 credits
    This course focuses on authors and the basic genres of literature for young adults with analysis of literary quality, book selection, adolescent needs and reading interests.  This course also includes discussion of censorship, current publication practices and methods of generating reading interests among young adults.
  
  • ENGL 408 - Writing for the Web

    3 credits
    Practice of web writing and digital content development for nonlinear environments.  Students will develop skills in web marketing, usability, reference documentation, promotional writing, and search engine optimization. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  and CSC 105  
  
  • ENGL 425 - Modern Grammar

    3 credits
    Structures of modern English through analyses that are primarily traditional, structural, and transformational.
  
  • ENGL 432 - Shakespeare II

    3 credits
    Studies of the tragedies and their backgrounds.
  
  • ENGL 457 - Visual Rhetoric

    3 credits
    Study and practice in applying a rhetorical approach to the visual design of professional and technical documents. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 
  
  • ENGL 467 - English Informatics

    3 credits
    Applications of computers to writing and analysis of texts. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 
  
  • ENGL 480 - Contemporary Rhetoric

    3 credits
    A study of rhetoric based in classical rhetorical theory applied to contemporary rhetorical discussions.  The course will emphasize the impact and applications of computer technology and current rhetorical theory and pedagogy. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201  
  
  • ENGL 484 - Literary Criticism

    3 credits
    The theory and practice of various critical approaches to literature. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 284  
  
  • ENGL 490 - Seminar

    1-4 credits
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  
  
  • ENGL 491 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • ENGL 492 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • ENGL 494 - Internship

    1-12 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor for these courses than is the case with field experience.
  
  • ENGL 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    0-12 credits
    Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities.  The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student.  Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive.  Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

Educational Psychology

  
  • EPSY 210 - Lifespan Development

    3 credits
    Study of the changes that take place during an individual’s life, from conception till death.  Emphasis on theory, psychosocial, biosocial, and cognitive development.
  
  • EPSY 302 - Educational Psychology

    2-3 credits
    A comprehensive study of the fundamental psychological facts, principles and theories that apply to the nature of the learner and the learning process.
  
  • EPSY 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.

Exchange Programs/Study Abroad

  
  • EXCH 487 - Study Abroad

    0 credits
    Designed to keep a student active in the regental system if out for one to two semester(s) for study abroad program and not enrolling in credit at the university.
  
  • EXCH 488 - National Student Exchange

    0-16 Credits
    This course allows students to register as a full-time student while taking part in the National Student Exchange.  Students will register on their home campus for the amount of credit hours they intend to take while enrolled at their host institutions.

Exercise Science

  
  • EXS 145 - Introduction to Exercise Science / Physical Education

    1 credit
    This course will help the student transition successfully to the university.  The focus of the course will include familiarizing students with campus resources and to facilitate their engagement in the university experience.  Through group discussions with a faculty mentor, students will develop critical thinking and social interaction skills to prepare them for the academic environment.  Students will become active participants in the university community.  Course content will include access to university resources, college policies, the academic advisor, student support services, and university academic requirements.
  
  • EXS 180 - Foundations of HPER

    2 credits
    A survey of the historical background, sociological implications, philosophical basis and professional opportunities of physical education and exercise science.
  
  • EXS 252 - Foundations of Motor Learning & Development

    2-3 credits
    Course content deals with characteristic motor development patterns in children with concentration of fundamental locomotor, not-locomotor, and manipulative skills and perceptual-motor development and practical applications of research and knowledge to physical education classroom teaching.
  
  • EXS 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • EXS 300 - Introduction to Research

    3 credits
    A study focused on the development of skills related to research, writing and presentation. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201  or ENGL 283  or ENGL 284  
  
  • EXS 335 - Administration of Exercise Science

    3 credits
    The emphasis will be on administrative matters including, but not limited to, public relations, personnel management, budget and finance, and equipment and facilities planning. Prerequisite(s): EXS 180 
  
  • EXS 350 - Exercise Physiology

    3 credits
    Study of physiological responses and adaptations to exercise related to human performance limitations, training effects, and health-related benefits. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221   Corequisite(s): EXS 350L  
  
  • EXS 350L - Exercise Physiology Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory experience that accompanies EXS 350  . Corequisite(s): EXS 350 
  
  • EXS 353 - Kinesiology

    2-3 credits
    An understanding of human performance as it is affected by kinesiological, anatomical, and mechanical factors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221  
  
  • EXS 376 - Technology Integration

    3 credits
    Software packages and applications used in physical education and exercise science are researched. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105  
  
  • EXS 395 - Practicum

    1-3 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): EXS 350  
  
  • EXS 400 - Exercise Test and Prescription

    3 credits
    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to access different areas of physical fitness and prescribe individual exercise programs based on these objective measures. Prerequisite(s): PE 350  or EXS 350  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • EXS 401 - Clinical Exercise Physiology

    3 credits
    A study of health and fitness programs and adapted physical activities for special populations including, but not limited to elderly, obese, diabetic, asthmatic and cardiac rehabilitation patients. Prerequisite(s): EXS 350  
  
  • EXS 452 - Motor Learning & Development

    3 credits
    The application of principles of learning in the psychomotor domain. Included will be a review of the physiological basis of skill behavior, state of the performer, and didactic strategies in motor learning and skill performance.
  
  • EXS 454 - Biomechanics

    2-3 credits
    This course emphasizes the mechanical principles of human movement (including muscular and skeletal principles) during physical education, wellness, and sport. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221  or EXS 353  or PE 353  
  
  • EXS 482 - Theory of Strength and Conditioning

    3 credits
    This course is designed to help students learn the specific scientific foundation knowledge and the practical/applied knowledge necessary to be an effective strength and conditioning coach.  The emphasis is on optimal human performance in sport. Prerequisite(s): EXS 350  or PE 350  
  
  • EXS 490 - Seminar

    1-2 credits
    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media, such as internet, and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to 20 or fewer students.
  
  • EXS 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • EXS 492 - Topics

    1-3 credits
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • EXS 494 - Internship

    1-12 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

Foundations of Education

  
  • EDFN 295 - Practicum: Pre-Admission

    1 credit
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based experience for which the student may or may not be paid.  Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study.  A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with Field Experience courses.
  
  • EDFN 300 - Survey of Middle Level Education

    1 credit
    A survey of the history, goals, rationale, and philosophy of middle level education, with emphasis on how middle level schools best meet the needs of learners in a rapidly changing society. Methods and strategies for effective management, teaming, exploratories, block scheduling, multi- age grouping, and the advisor-advisee program will be examined.
  
  • EDFN 326 - Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning

    3 credits
    This course explores the basic principles and best practices of effective online teaching, including the use of learning management systems, learning theory as it relates to online learning, and the organization and management of an online learning environment.
  
  • EDFN 338 - Foundations of American Education

    1-2 credits
    A survey of the goals, history, organization, and philosophy of pre-K-12 American education, with emphasis on teaching as a profession; contemporary issues and practices, legal and ethical responsibilities, and attributes of effective teachers.
  
  • EDFN 350 - Universal Design & Accessibility for Online Instruction

    3 credits
    This course explores the design of online classes, assignments, and projects in the K-12 online learning environment.  Topics will include tech tools to enhance student learning, and principles of accessibility to improve learning outcomes, and principles of instructional design.
  
  • EDFN 365 - Computer-Based Technology & Learning

    2-3 credits
    Prepares students to integrate computers into the curriculum by exploring the evolving uses and expectations of technology as a teaching and learning tool. Course objectives based on ISTE standards. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • EDFN 395 - Practicum

    1 credit
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • EDFN 401 - Methods of Educational Technology

    1 credit
    An introduction to videoconferencing teaching methods, including designing lessons, best practices and classroom management for online and mobile classrooms.  Course will also focus on utilization of various technology tools to support face to face, online and tablet classrooms. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education
  
  • EDFN 440 - Classroom Management

    1-3 credits
    This course is designed to explore the principles and practices of effective classroom management. It also examines methods of establishing a safe, orderly, and equitable learning environment that fosters positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • EDFN 460 - Applied Linguistics Teaching English as a Second Language

    3 credits
    The study of social and linguistic structures which under gird different discourse forms.  Emphasis will be on discourse forms which are particularly important for full participation in US culture such as the rhetoric of public and school interaction.
  
  • EDFN 465 - Multimedia Web Development in Education

    2-3 credits
    The course addresses the evaluation and utilization of multimedia and hypermedia in educational settings in light of instructional design and cognitive science. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • EDFN 475 - Human Relations

    3 credits
    This course is designed to reflect the six strands of the human relations component as mandated by the South Dakota Board of Education. Students will develop expertise in listening and communicating to create a climate within the school environment that is more conducive to learning. The course is also designed to help the participants understand the community issues in education and to encourage the teachers to be more aware of ways to strengthen community involvement in the school. Another area that will be addressed is the dehumanizing impact of biases and negative stereotyping. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • EDFN 491 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects.  Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one teacher-student involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meeting depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • EDFN 495 - Practicum

    1-3 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Geography

  
  • GEOG 101 - Introduction to Geography

    3 credits
    The course presents a broad, introductory overview of geographic concepts, themes, and elements designed to help students better understand and analyze the world from a geographic perspective. It provides a background to Earth’s physical and human elements and systems. It also emphasizes the unique quality of world regions, and the spatial interaction of people, elements, and regions, as well as major global and regional problems and prospects.
  
  • GEOG 131 - Physical Geography: Weather and Climate

    4 credits
    An introduction to the physical patterns fo Earth focusing on location, Earth-sun relationships, portrayal of the Earth, cartographic analysis, and weather and climate. Corequisite(s): GEOG 131L  
  
  • GEOG 131L - Physical Geography: Weather and Climate Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory to accompany GEOG 131. Corequisite(s): GEOG 131  
  
  • GEOG 132 - Physical Geography Natural Landscapes

    4 credits
    An introduction to earth’s natural landscapes focusing on landforms as spatial features and their processes plus consideration of human-environmental interactions. Corequisite(s): GEOG 132L 
  
  • GEOG 132L - Physical Geography Natural Landscapes Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory to accompany GEOG 132 . Corequisite(s): GEOG 132 
  
  • GEOG 200 - Introduction to Human Geography

    3 credits
    Systematic study of world culture from perspective of five integrating themes: cultural region, cultural diffusion, cultural ecology, cultural integration, and cultural landscape. Topics include population, agriculture, political and economic systems, religion and language, folk and popular culture, and ethnicity.
  
  • GEOG 291 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • GEOG 312 - Geography for Elementary Teachers

    1-3 credits
    A survey of the elements of physical and cultural geography useful to elementary teachers.
  
  • GEOG 353 - Geography of Religion

    3 credits
    This course examines the diversity of religious practice and belief from a geographical perspective.  Each offering of this course will emphasize a different region of the world, with standard areas of study being North America & Europe, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America, and South & East Asia.  The course will examine specific religious traditions (Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, etc.) as they occur in a geographical region, the relationship between religion and place, and how religions change and adapt to new locales.  The course may be repeated up to four times. 
  
  • GEOG 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.

General Studies

  
  • GS 100 - University Experience

    0-1 credits
    The primary purpose of this course is to help students transition successfully to the university. The focus of the course will be to familiarize students with campus resources and to facilitate their engagement in the university experience. Through group discussions with a faculty mentor, students will develop critical thinking and social interaction skills to prepare them for the academic environment. Students will become active participants in the university community. Course content will include access to university resources, college policies, role of the academic advisor, student support services, and university academic requirements.
  
  • GS 491 - Independent Study: Capstone

    1-3 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Health

  
  • HLTH 100 - Wellness for Life

    1 credit
    This course introduces the importance and holistic nature of the six dimensions of personal wellness and fitness. The course will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to make informed decisions which will lead to the development of a healthy lifestyle. Various issues related to the dimensions of wellness will be discussed. Students will have the opportunity to assess their current health status and identify potential risk factors. Corequisite(s): HLTH 100L  
  
  • HLTH 100L - Wellness Lab

    1 credit
    This laboratory experience applies wellness concepts taught in HLTH 100 lecture.  Students will gain a level of understanding about one’s personal fitness level as well as learn a variety of skills to enhance personal wellness. Corequisite(s): HLTH 100  
  
  • HLTH 110 - Health Concepts

    3 credits
    This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and comprehension of basic health concepts and theories at they relate to a variety of health and wellness topics.
  
  • HLTH 201 - ATOD Prevention Education

    2 credits
    Concepts and analysis of vital issues related to drug use, misuse, and abuse. Educational principles related to teaching about drug education and counseling considerations in these problem areas are addressed.
  
  • HLTH 251 - First Aid and CPR

    1 credit
    Students in this course develop knowledge and skills for first aid and CPR meeting the requirements for emergency cardiac care, responding to emergencies, and first aid.  Safety in everyday living is emphasized.
  
  • HLTH 291 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • HLTH 320 - Community Health

    2-3 credits
    This course presents the structural organization, functional roles, and political foundations of public and private health agencies relative to community health. The roles and responsibilities of community health educators and professional associations/career opportunities receive particular attention. Prerequisite(s): HLTH 100 
  
  • HLTH 370 - Stress Management

    3 credits
    The course is designed to help students deal with stressful situations in their lives. Successful management of stress has been shown to positively affect the performance of daily tasks and reduce the risks of many diseases. Students will learn management techniques and have the opportunity to act as peer counselors.
  
  • HLTH 420 - K-12 Methods of Health Instruction

    1-3 credits
    Curriculum content at elementary and secondary levels. Methods of presentation including direct, correlated, and integrated health instruction. Organization of health and safety education. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to teacher education
  
  • HLTH 422 - Nutrition

    3 credits
    This course investigates the science of food relative to human performance, nutrition, and health education. Areas of emphasis include nutrient chemistry, function, and interactions; energy consumption and metabolism; and resources for nutrition education. Advanced students will examine theories and resources of nutrition education, as well as design, implement, and evaluate models of nutrition education as part of health promotion and disease prevention interventions in schools, community, worksite, and medical care settings.
  
  • HLTH 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.  The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans.  Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students.  Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • HLTH 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.

Health Information Management

  
  • HIM 101 - Health Information Management Profession

    1 credit
    This course is an exploration of the health information management profession and related professional associations.  It also introduces the DSU health information management and other resources to assist students with utilizing the necessary college level skills of critical thinking, effective communication, and cooperative and effective learning. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 130 - Basic Medical Terminology

    2-3 credits
    Introduction to medical terms. Particular emphasis of word construction.
  
  • HIM 150 - Introduction to Health Information Management

    3-4 credits
    Introduction to the basic concepts and techniques for maintaining health record systems in acute care, ambulatory care, long term care, home care, behavioral health care, and other settings of care.  Health record concepts include storage and retrieval; the use and structure of healthcare data and data sets; quantitative and qualitative analysis of healthcare data; forms design; release of information; indices and registers; and the accreditation, certification, and licensure standards applicable to healthcare data.  Secondary data sets for multiple settings will be explored.  Concepts incorporated into laboratory and computer experience.  Prerequisite(s):  .  Concurrent enrollment in CSC 105 is permitted. Corequisite(s): HIM 101  
  
  • HIM 169 - Legal Aspects of Health Information I

    1 credit
    Study of the principles of law as applied to the health field, with particular reference to health information management privacy and security requirements and practices. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 170 - Legal Aspects of Health Information Management II

    2 credits
    Study of the principles of law as applied to the health field, with particular reference to health information management practice including release of information and e-discovery requirements and practices of compliance.  Concepts incorporated into laboratory and computer experience. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 180 - Fundamentals of Disease and Diagnosis Coding I

    4 credits
    Introduction to the etiology, diagnostic evaluation, clinical diagnosis and treatment of disease, including pharmacologic therapy, combined with an introduction to the application of ICD classification system, coding guidelines and resources.  Concepts integrated into laboratory case studies and encoder experience. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 323  or (BIOL 221  and BIOL 325 ), HIM 130 , HIM 150  Corequisite(s): BIOL 323  may be taken concurrently.
  
  • HIM 225 - Introduction to Healthcare Information Systems

    3 credits
    Introduction to the fundamental concepts of database architecture and design.  Special emphasis will be placed on electronic health record systems, personal health records, health information exchanges, and public and population health needs.  Additional coverage will include IT strategic planning and implementation, data stewardship, data integrity, healthcare security regulations and healthcare data standards and interoperability. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 240 - Fundamentals of Disease and Diagnosis Coding II

    4 credits
    A continuation of the concepts of etiology, diagnostic evaluation and treatment of disease and the application of ICD classification system, coding guidelines and resources.  Concepts integrated into laboratory case studies and encoder experience. Prerequisite(s): HIM 180 
  
  • HIM 250 - Alternative Site Health Information Management

    2 credits
    An introduction to the management, retrieval and retention of health records in settings other than hospitals. The course will also cover reimbursement, licensing and accreditation issues and include investigation of applicable computer information systems. Concepts incorporated into laboratory and computer experience. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150 
  
  • HIM 252 - Basic Foundations Health Data Systems

    2 credits
    Sources, definitions, collection and presentation of health data. Special registers, birth and death certificates, tumor registry, definitions and formulas for computations of basic health care statistics. Manual and computerized methods for collection and presentation of data. Concepts integrated into laboratory and computer experience. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 257 - Management and Supervision of HIM

    2 credits
    Introduction to the principles of organization and supervision of health information management services including but not limited to the study of basic management functions, budgeting concepts, labor relations, employee selection, training and development and medical staff activities.  Concepts incorporated into laboratory and computer experience.
      Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 265 - HIM Quality Management

    3-4 credits
    The study of the principles of quality management and its component functions including evaluation activities, risk management and utilization review as applied healthcare settings. Concepts incorporated into laboratory and computer experience. Prerequisite(s): HIM 150  
  
  • HIM 283 - Healthcare Coding Experience

    1 credit
    Practical work experience in an acute care hospital to apply knowledge of inpatient and outpatient coding concepts and guidelines and reimbursement methodologies. Note: A charge for liability insurance will be assessed. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in HIM 130 , HIM 150 HIM 170 , HIM 180 HIM 225 HIM 240 HIM 362  and HIM 364  and Consent of the instructor
  
  • HIM 285 - Supervised Professional Practice

    2 credits
    Practical work experience onsite in hospitals or related affiliation sites or through simulation activities utilizing virtual resources.  Note: A charge for liability insurance will be assessed. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in HIM 130 , HIM 150 , HIM 170 HIM 225  and Consent of the instructor
  
  • HIM 286 - Supervised Professional Practice

    1 credit
    Practical work experience in an acute care hospital to apply knowledge of inpatient and outpatient coding concepts and guidelines and reimbursement methodologies.  Note: A charge for liability insurance will be assessed. Prerequisite(s): HIM 130 , HIM 150 , HIM 170 , HIM 180 , HIM 225 , HIM 240 , HIM 362 , HIM 364  and Consent of the Instructor.
 

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